HopeHealth

DECEMBER 22, 2023

Living with a serious illness can be overwhelming — mentally, physically, emotionally and financially. Without the right support, it can be hard to step back, see clearly, and choose a path forward. That’s a key benefit of palliative care. These teams include an additional layer of medical support to help you feel better and plan Read More The post How do palliative social workers help people living with serious illness?

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DECEMBER 8, 2023

With the help of two professional actors, kids and teens at Camp BraveHeart tapped into the power of theater to navigate grief. The post How a theater workshop helps kids and teens navigate grief appeared first on HopeHealth.

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HopeHealth

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

HopeHealth’s Advanced Illness program provides palliative care to patients in the later stages of serious illness — right in the comfort of home. The post Home-based palliative care helps patients with advanced illness appeared first on HopeHealth.

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HopeHealth

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

If your loved one has dementia, music can be a powerful tool to connect with them, calm them, and support their activities of daily living. The post 12 music activities & tips for someone with dementia appeared first on HopeHealth.

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HopeHealth

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

When Judy was diagnosed with dementia, the doctor suggested hospice. “It the best thing that we have done,” says her husband, Frank. “Hospice is not what I thought it was.” The post By Judy’s side: A husband’s perspective on hospice appeared first on HopeHealth.

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HopeHealth

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

If you’ve lost a loved one, your grief may feel particularly intense around the holidays. Here are tips to get through the season. The post Grief & the holidays: Practical advice when you have experienced the loss of a loved one appeared first on HopeHealth.

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HopeHealth

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Over his military career, “Buzz” Tilton flew everything from fighter jets to transport planes. At age 92, his community and hospice team honored him with a veteran pinning ceremony. The post Hospice program honors 92-year-old veteran for military service appeared first on HopeHealth.

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HopeHealth

OCTOBER 30, 2023

It takes years of training to become a physical therapist. It also takes a lot of compassion. Meet one of our own, from HopeHealth’s home care team. The post Healing at home: Meet a home care physical therapist appeared first on HopeHealth.

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HopeHealth

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Spiritual care is about the whole self: body, mind and spirit. At the end of life, it can play a powerful role in mental health and well-being. The post The role of spiritual care in mental wellness appeared first on HopeHealth.

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HopeHealth

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Kids and teens who are seriously ill often need to talk through their thoughts, questions and fears about death. Here’s how to create a safe space for them. The post How to Talk About Death With a Child or Teen Who’s Near the End of Life appeared first on HopeHealth.

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HopeHealth

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

“I wish I had done this sooner.” We hear this a lot from dementia caregivers. They say it when they see their loved one’s face light up for a respite visitor. They say it when they learn a new way to soothe challenging behavior. They say it when they discover a community who truly understands Read More The post Support for the dementia journey: 4 programs for patients and caregivers appeared first on HopeHealth.

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HopeHealth

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Neil was an inspiration in his life, and he still guides his family today. By sharing their experience with hospice, his family hopes he can guide others too. The post “Make the most of every moment”: Neil’s story appeared first on HopeHealth.

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HopeHealth

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

When you’re living with liver disease, extra support can make all the difference. That’s the idea behind palliative care. It’s an additional layer of care to help you navigate the unique challenges of your diagnosis. “We want to be sure that throughout the course of your illness, your symptoms are well managed and your quality Read More The post What palliative care means for liver disease appeared first on HopeHealth.

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HopeHealth

AUGUST 22, 2023

A young woman shares her experience with sudden loss, grief, and healing. “It is almost impossible to understand what grief is like until it happens to you,” she says. The post Talking about my dad: A daughter’s tribute appeared first on HopeHealth.

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HopeHealth

AUGUST 14, 2023

As a long-time nurse, Joanne took care of countless people. At the end of her life, her husband and hospice team were honored to take care of her. The post In sickness and in health: Joanne and Ron’s story appeared first on HopeHealth.

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HopeHealth

JULY 17, 2023

After losing both parents within just a few months, Jay needed help coping with his grief. Now, he’ll help kids and teens cope with theirs. The post He lost both his parents. Now, he’ll help kids and teens heal at Camp BraveHeart. appeared first on HopeHealth.

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HopeHealth

JULY 6, 2023

For people living with Alzheimer’s or another dementia, palliative care means extra support for quality of life — theirs, and their family’s. The post What palliative care means for Alzheimer’s and dementia appeared first on HopeHealth.

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HopeHealth

JUNE 21, 2023

It’s one thing to witness dementia in someone you care for. It’s another to experience it, even briefly, for yourself. That’s where the Virtual Dementia Tour comes in. The post How does dementia feel? A new training builds understanding & empathy appeared first on HopeHealth.

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HopeHealth

JUNE 7, 2023

Healing is easier when we feel safe, and seen. HopeHealth’s virtual LGBTQ+ Grief Support Group offers an inclusive, compassionate community for people who identify as LGBTQ+ and are coping with a loss. If that’s you, and you live in HopeHealth’s service area, we hope you’ll drop in. Co-facilitators Alex Zima and Bob Iovino-Zuniga share what Read More The post Belong, understand, heal: Join our LGBTQ+ Grief Support Group appeared first on HopeHealth.

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HopeHealth

MAY 31, 2023

Aphasia affects communication — and with it, social connection. These activities can support your loved one’s language goals, and keep them at the center of family fun. The post Know someone with aphasia? Try these 10 speech-strengthening activities at home appeared first on HopeHealth.

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HopeHealth

MAY 17, 2023

From free respite care to expert advice, here’s how the Alzheimer’s Disease Assistance Program is helping two Massachusetts families — and how it could help yours. The post Caring for someone with dementia? In Massachusetts, a free program is here to help appeared first on HopeHealth.

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HopeHealth

MAY 10, 2023

In honor of Nurses Week, we spotlight our hospice nurse based in a Boston hospital. “So much love, so much meaning can happen in these end-of-life spaces,” she says. The post “What a privilege”: Reflections of a hospice nurse appeared first on HopeHealth.

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HopeHealth

APRIL 28, 2023

During his partner’s months on hospice, Bob often thought, “I hope I can pay this forward someday.” As a HopeHealth volunteer, he’s done just that. The post “I hope I can pay this forward”: A hospice volunteer’s lasting impact appeared first on HopeHealth.

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HopeHealth

APRIL 25, 2023

Occupational therapists help you overcome any barriers between you and your best life, including tips for your physical, mental, social and environmental well-being. The post 12 ways occupational therapy can improve your life appeared first on HopeHealth.

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HopeHealth

APRIL 17, 2023

Legacy-making activities honor your unbreakable bond with your child, and celebrate everything you love about them. If your child is seriously ill, these keepsakes take on special meaning. The post Honoring a life: Remembrance items for a child who is seriously ill appeared first on HopeHealth.

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HopeHealth

APRIL 12, 2023

HopeHealth President & CEO, Diana Franchitto, shared her heart about the important decision former President Jimmy Carter made in electing hospice care. Below is an excerpt from her letter to the editor, published in the March 19 edition of the Providence Journal. Former President Jimmy Carter has taught many life lessons to many admirers over Read More The post Setting an example about hospice care appeared first on HopeHealth.

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HopeHealth

APRIL 11, 2023

If you're caring for someone with Parkinson's disease, a support group offers information for navigating the disease, and a safe space to share your experiences. The post Advice & support from Parkinson’s caregivers appeared first on HopeHealth.

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HopeHealth

APRIL 4, 2023

PRESS CONTACT: Becky Sizelove, Senior Manager, Digital Marketing and Brand Engagement (401) 474-2532 RSizelove@HopeHealthCo.org FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 4, 2023 HopeHealth Announces New Board Officer Appointments Providence, RI – HopeHealth has announced five new officer appointments to its board of directors: Vincent Mor, PhD, board chair; Mark A.

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APRIL 4, 2023

“No matter how dire things seem, you can always make a difference in someone’s life.” Here’s what one college student learned from hospice volunteering. The post The power of compassion: A student volunteer’s journey with hospice appeared first on HopeHealth.

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HopeHealth

MARCH 30, 2023

In his 35 years at HopeHealth, Chief Medical Officer Edward W. Martin, MD, has changed this organization. And in return, it’s changed him. In this Q&A, he shares how. The post “This work has changed me”: Q&A with HopeHealth’s chief medical officer appeared first on HopeHealth.

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HopeHealth

MARCH 27, 2023

For people living with a lung disease like COPD, palliative care means extra support for symptoms, and crucial information for the road ahead. The post What palliative care means for COPD and other lung diseases appeared first on HopeHealth.

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HopeHealth

MARCH 24, 2023

Choosing a hospice provider can feel like an overwhelming decision. Here’s a list of what to ask about, based on recommendations from Consumer Reports and caregiver experience surveys from not-for-profit status to 24/7 crisis response. The post Checklist: What to look for in a hospice provider appeared first on HopeHealth.

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HopeHealth

MARCH 15, 2023

When you’re caring for a loved one with dementia, how can you also find energy to take care of yourself? A dementia caregiver shares tips and examples. The post From a dementia caregiver: 10 tips for self-care appeared first on HopeHealth.

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HopeHealth

MARCH 7, 2023

Social workers provide everything from emotional support to help with community and financial resources. Here’s how they fit into a hospice team. The post A safe space, a trusted resource: Meet a hospice social worker appeared first on HopeHealth.

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HopeHealth

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

If you or a loved one is living with heart failure, you don’t have to go it alone. Palliative care helps with everything from everyday questions to long-term plans. The post What palliative care means for people living with heart failure appeared first on HopeHealth.

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HopeHealth

JANUARY 30, 2023

Providence, RI: HopeHealth, a regional leader in home care, palliative and hospice care, today announced that three new members are joining its board of directors: • Kwame Dapaah-Afriyie, MD, MBA, FAC, director of hospital medicine at The Miriam Hospital • Susan DeSanto-Madeya, PhD, APRN-CNS, FAAN, Miriam Weyker Endowed Chair for Palliative Care, University of Rhode Read More The post Dapaah-Afriyie, DeSanto-Madeya and Kydd join HopeHealth board of directors appeared first on HopeHealth.

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HopeHealth

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

Grief can be isolating at any age — and that certainly includes young adulthood. Through our 20s and even 30s, friends tend to play a leading role in our lives. But they often can’t relate to major losses like the death of a parent. If a young person is grieving, where can they find a Read More The post 5 signs our Young Adult Grief Support Group may be right for you appeared first on HopeHealth.

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